P0132 O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage (Bank 1 Sensor 1)

Powertrain Severity: Moderate Generic OBD-II

The upstream (before the catalytic converter) oxygen sensor, Bank 1 Sensor 1, stays at high voltage, which reads as rich.

Common causes

  • Rich running from leaking injector or high fuel pressure
  • Faulty sensor
  • Signal shorted to voltage

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Fuel smell from exhaust

What to check

  1. Check fuel trims and fuel pressure
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Replace sensor if contaminated

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